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Two Strong Armenia Candidates Arrested in Vote-Buying Probe
Two “Strong Armenia” candidates arrested in vote-buying and money laundering investigation
Two parliamentary candidates from Armenia's Strong Armenia alliance have been arrested as part of a criminal investigation into alleged vote-buying and money laundering, Armenia's Investigative Committee announced. Six candidates from the alliance face charges related to material
Armenian Parliamentary Elections Held Amid Electoral Disputes
By hook or by crook: Pashinyan secures another five years in power
Armenia held parliamentary elections on June 6, with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party securing approximately 50 percent of votes, or around 700,000 citizens. According to reporting, the election was marked by allegations of irregularities, including accusatio
Russian Official Questions Democratic Standards in Armenian Elections
Zakharova Claims Democratic Standards for Free Elections Were Violated in Armenia
Maria Zakharova, spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry, has alleged that democratic standards for free elections were violated during Armenia's parliamentary elections, according to reporting from Massis Post. Zakharova's statement represents Moscow's official position on
International Observers Give Mixed Assessment of Armenia Election
International Observers Positively Assess Armenia Election Despite Campaign Shortcomings
International observer organizations have issued a generally positive assessment of Armenia's recent election while identifying areas for improvement in the country's democratic processes. According to the observers, the election proceeded despite several campaign shortcomings. T
EU Announces 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia
EU proposes 21st package of sanctions against Russia, targeting banks
The European Union has proposed its 21st sanctions package targeting Russia's military operations in Ukraine, focusing on financial institutions and cryptocurrency networks. The package lists 170 individuals and entities, including nearly 90 banks—the largest single batch yet—bri
International Leaders Congratulate Pashinyan After Election Victory
International Leaders Congratulate Pashinyan on Election Victory
International leaders have congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan following the Civil Contract party's victory in Armenia's recent elections. The congratulatory messages reflect diplomatic engagement with Armenia's political leadership after the electoral outcome.
Artsakh Resident on Hunger Strike Refuses Medical Exam
Hunger Striker Osipyan Refuses Medical Exam
Artur Osipyan, a former resident of Artsakh, has refused to undergo a medical examination while continuing a hunger strike that has lasted twenty-two days. Osipyan's refusal of the medical exam appears to be a protest action, though the article does not specify the underlying cau
Strong Armenia Alliance Leader Pledges Statement After Vote Count
Strong Armenia Alliance promises detailed statement after final vote count
Narek Karapetyan, leader of the Strong Armenia Alliance electoral list, said he will release a comprehensive statement on Armenia's parliamentary election results once vote-counting is complete. According to preliminary results from Armenia's Central Electoral Commission, the Str
Modi Congratulates Pashinyan on Armenian Election Victory
Modi congratulates Pashinyan on election victory, reaffirms commitment to strengthening India-Armenia ties
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan following the Civil Contract Party's victory in Armenia's parliamentary elections. In a message posted on social media, Modi described the result as an "impressive victory" and noted tha
Prosperous Armenia Party Seeks Recounts After Election Threshold Miss
Prosperous Armenia seeks recounts, alleges irregularities in vote count
Armenia's Prosperous Armenia Party announced it will pursue legal recounts and challenge alleged electoral irregularities following the country's recent parliamentary elections. According to preliminary results from the Central Electoral Commission, the party received 58,388 vote
Armenia's June 2026 Elections Met Democratic Standards, Observers Report
Armenia’s elections met democratic standards but raised concerns over campaign environment, observers say
International observers concluded that Armenia's June 7, 2026 parliamentary elections offered voters genuine political choices and were well-administered, though significant concerns emerged about the campaign environment. OSCE and Council of Europe monitors noted that election d
EBRD Names New Head of Yerevan Office
EBRD appoints Remon Zakaria head of Yerevan office
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has appointed Remon Zakaria as head of its Yerevan Resident Office, effective September 1, 2026. Zakaria replaces George Akhalkatsi and will oversee EBRD investments and operations in Armenia while reporting to the Regional Dir